Average rent in Mount Louisa, QLD2026

Mount Louisa sits in the Townsville local government area, 1117km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 10,110 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 35% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,110

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Brisbane
1117 km
Households renting
35%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Townsville

Renting in Mount Louisa

Mount Louisa runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $350/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (63% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 35% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (94%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 34 and a population around 10,110. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 13% of residents were born overseas. Mount Louisa is 1117km from Brisbane, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Mount Louisa?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Mount Louisa, QLD was $350. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Mount Louisa rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Mount Louisa came in at $350 — 3% below. Mount Louisa sits 1117km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 94% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Mount Louisa have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Mount Louisa's $350/week (ABS 2021): Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. On the higher end, you've got Morayfield - East, Bethania - Waterford, Enoggera. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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